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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Reno

13 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Reno, Nevada

Updated August 17, 2022

Unusual Attractions in Reno

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Pyramid Lake

This Nevada lake holds its titular natural pyramid and, if the legends are true, a number of dangerous spirits.

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Natural Selection

This mother-daughter run curiosities shop is a beautifully odd mix of taxidermy and exotic plants.

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Dymaxion Car at the National Automobile Museum

The only surviving prototype of Buckminster Fuller's revolutionary car.

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Wilbur D. May Museum

An eccentric millionaire's personal curio collection includes at least one shrunken head.

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National Bowling Stadium

Bill Murray bowled three straight strikes here at Reno's "Taj Mahal of Tenpins."

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Last Chance Joe

The colossal cartoon man stands outside a Nevada museum.

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Topsy the Clown

This beloved roadside attraction welcomes visitors with his signature neon smile.

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Old Reno Arch

The arch that celebrated the completion of the Lincoln and Victory highways.

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